Marijuana use during pregnancy may cause problems with brain development, fetal growth, premature birth, and even stillbirth. THC and other chemicals from marijuana can also be passed from mother to baby through breast milk, impacting a child’s healthy development. To learn more about marijuana, visit samhsa.gov/marijuana or call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for 24/7 free and confidential information and treatment referral.

The 2018 Monitoring the Future Survey (MTF) results show a dramatic spike in teen use of vaping - both nicotine and other drugs. The study also casts a shadow on the changing climate in teen’s perception of drug use, specifically recreational use of marijuana. In this video, NIDA Director, Dr. Nora Volkow highlights the development of the adolescent brain and encourages parents to have the conversation with their teens about substance use and its effects on health. This video can also be viewed at: https://www.drugabuse.gov/videos/dr-nora-volkow-message-to-parents Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: https://www.drugabuse.gov/comment-policy

Poison control centers said children are getting sick after accidentally ingesting THC-infused edibles, as the market for THC containing products like hemp gummies is skyrocketing. #poisoncontrol #thcgummies #news #abcnews

We're hearing more and more of children eating marijuana gummies, chocolates, and other edibles that resemble candy. "We have definitely seen younger children with, frankly, they look intoxicated or they can get excessively sleepy," UH Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital pediatric emergency specialist Dr. Jerri Rose said. But when kids under age 6 eat them, it can be dangerous. Elizabeth Perry's doctor prescribed gummy edibles for her to help her sleep. She was told to eat one a night, but her toddler Oliver found them and ate 15. "He started shaking and crying and looked at me with utter fear in his eyes," she remembered. "We weren't sure he would be OK." Oliver started seizing and had to be taken by helicopter to the hospital, where he was intubated. He survived, but Elizabeth wants other parents to be aware. There's a lot of THC packed in gummies, and when ingested by a small child, they can be getting a five or six-fold overdose, according to Rose. Side effects can include tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, or worse. "In some cases, if the child ingests enough, it can be enough to make them so sleepy that it could depress their breathing," Rose said. Monica Robins reports: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/cleveland-doctor-explains-dangers-children-eating-thc-edibles/95-8f74e58e-a3f4-4d02-8951-7e6bb67385e3 -- At 3News, we’re not here to tell you the news, we’re here to share the stories that you say matter most to you. Share your ideas, thoughts, concerns and engage in conversations about the communities in which we all call home. Follow 3News on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wkyc.channel3/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/wkyc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wkyc3/ Visit our site: https://www.wkyc.com/ And be sure to download our app here: https://wkyc.com/app

The recording of the first half of the summit was unintentionally stopped and did not upload into Zoom. We apologize for this mishap.

A short animated video about the effects of cannabis on the brain. Brain development, adolescence and short and long-term effects of cannabis/weed/pot are explained in simple language. Visit www.ncpic.org.au for more evidenced-based information on cannabis and quick facts.

Part eight of our underage drinking prevention program addresses the effects of cannabis on the developing brain. It is important for kids to have the knowledge and tools they need to say “NO” to an array of risky behaviors. As endocannabinoids communicate with receptors throughout the body, they create balance and help regulate many body and brain functions, such as helping with memory, coping with stress, pain, and anxiety, and keeping hunger, body temperature, motor coordination, and alertness in balance. When cannabis is introduced, it unbalances the endocannabinoid system - which is supposed to keep the brain in balance and prevents the natural chemicals from doing their job. Here’s the lesson plan overview to find out how to teach the endocannabinoid system in your classroom: https://asklistenlearn.org/lesson-plans/marijuana-and-your-developing-brain-lesson-plan/ Find the lesson plan and resources here: https://asklistenlearn.org/materials/ Extend the learning with Ask, Listen, Learn's Kahoot! games: https://create.kahoot.it/profiles/2fac23fe-5bcf-47fa-a618-4deb6eda0c7f